Visa Application Requirements for an Angola Business Visa

1. Biometric Collection Appointment

   The Consulate of Angola requires that all visa applicants provide biometric information, specifically fingerprint scans, as part of the application process. An appointment is required. Once we have received and reviewed your application documentation for accuracy we can arrange and accompany you to this appointment.

   Note that business casual dress is required at biometric appointment.
   

2. Passport

   You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:
   • Be valid for six months beyond the validity of your requested visa
   • Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
   • Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way

   If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact VisaCentral at 877-535-0688 for further details.

3. Photographs

   You must provide two color, passport-type photographs that meets the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be two inches by two inches
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples

4. Business Introduction Letter

   You are required to provide a Business Cover Letter from your U.S.-based company. Be certain your letter meets the specific requirements of the consulate by using our Digital Business Cover Letter. Visit https://visacentral.com/bcl-order to get started.

   In addition to the language provided in the sample, your Business Cover Letter must:
   • Must request an Angolan "WSTV" visa

5. Visa Application Form

   You must provide two fully completed visa application forms found in this kit. The application forms must:

   • Include answers for all fields
   • Display your full name as it appears in your passport
   • Be signed

6. Invitation Letter

   You must submit a letter of invitation. The organization or person you will be visiting is responsible for obtaining the invitation from the local Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The letter must:

   • Be written on company letterhead
   • Must be addressed to the Angolan Consulate in Houston
   • Must have a MinPet stamp that is valid. You must ensure that your stamp has not expired before you submit your visa application.
   • Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
   • Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter
   • Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa

7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip. Details of your intended arrangements must:
   • Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
   • Show the traveler's full name (as printed in your passport)

8. VisaCentral Order Form

   Provide the VisaCentral Order Form included in this kit.

9. Vaccination Certificate

   You must provide your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.

10. Authorization Letter

    You must provide a letter authorizing a third party to pick up the visa on your behalf.  One is provded for you in this application kit.

11. Urgent Applications

    If you have an urgent visa application that carries a tight deadline, VisaCentral can help you to save valuable time and avoid expensive delays. A VisaCentral expert will review all of your documents to certify your application is accurate, complete and ready for submission. We will contact you personally to quickly handle any mistakes ensuring your application is submitted correctly. Visit https://visacentral.com/visa-pre-check-service to learn more about this service.